The Humane League · 1 week ago
Director of Global Philanthropy
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $139K/yr
9+ years expThe Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit working to end the abuse of animals raised for food. As Director of Global Philanthropy, you will drive THL’s global revenue growth by building deep donor relationships and leading a major gifts program that raises over $6M annually.
HumanitarianProfessional Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own the strategy and performance of a $6M+ major gifts program, with responsibility for growth, retention, and donor engagement
Set strategy for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors giving $10,000–$1,000,000+, connecting donor priorities to THL’s programs to maximize global impact
Manage and mentor a team of 3 Philanthropy Officers, fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability and continuous learning
Partner with program staff to create donor engagement plans, impact reports, proposal materials, and stewardship pathways
Manage a personal portfolio of high-value major donors and prospects, developed in partnership with Development Leadership
Partner with the CEO and senior leadership on high-stakes donor meetings, advising leadership on donor dynamics, philanthropic trends, and strategic opportunities
Build long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals and institutional funders
Partner with Development Operations and IT to optimize the use of THL’s CRM (EveryAction) to manage portfolios, track performance, and advance donors through the pipeline
Collaborate with IT to develop dashboards and KPIs that inform forecasting and long-term revenue planning
Partner with Finance, Operations, and Legal to ensure compliance and ethical fundraising practices, and steward donor trust
Collaborate with Programs staff to identify funding needs and develop strategies that secure long-term support for THL’s priorities and maximize impact
Support fundraising events, donor briefings, donor travel, and cultivation opportunities, representing THL at key conferences and events
Qualification
Required
9+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, including 5+ years of major gifts experience
Experience within a major gifts program raising at least $5M annually
Demonstrated success managing a personal portfolio generating $1M+ in annually from individual donors with proven ability to cultivate and steward major donors and philanthropic partners with professionalism, discretion, and authenticity
3+ years of direct staff management, with a track record of developing high-performance teams
Adept at long-term planning, analyzing fundraising data, spotting trends, and setting benchmarks for success with experience using CRMs (EveryAction or similar)
Exceptional verbal and written communication, able to craft compelling donor narratives and engage audiences including Effective Altruists
Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable, with strong project management skills and attention to detail
Comfort operating in global philanthropic contexts and aligning fundraising strategies with THL's international programs and priorities
Benefits
Full medical coverage
Optional dental and vision packages
Paid sick leave
A 401(k) retirement plan with matching
Pet care & Rx discount plans
Working from home
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees
Wellness benefits
Paid holidays
Flexible vacation time
Professional development
The supportive environment at The Humane League!
Company
The Humane League
The Humane League is an international nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dan Shannon
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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